6 played out holiday gifts nobody wants

When it comes to gift giving, they say it's the thought that counts. But with these gifts, not so much.

You know what's worse than re-gifting? Mundane gifting.

"Everyone is tired of getting those generic gifts that just end up going unused or thrown into a drawer," said Michelle Madhok, shopping expert and founder of SHEfinds.

She said there is no excuse for giving impersonal gifts these days. "You can stalk people pretty easily online on sites like Facebook or Pinterest to get a better sense of what might make a good gift."

So put down the scarf.

We talked to shopping experts to get their take on the top over-gifted items.